In the spirit of giving and just in time for Giving Tuesday, the American Heart Association has been prominently featured in the New England Gives Philanthropy Guide 2023, a special section of The Boston Globe. The guide is dedicated to connecting readers with non-profit organizations, encouraging year-round opportunities for impactful contributions and fostering a culture
Reducing daily sodium intake by around 4,000 mg/day significantly lowered systolic blood pressure in more than 70% of adults, ages 50 to 75, in as little as one week compared to their usual diet, according to late-breaking science presented Saturday at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2023. WCVB NewsCenter 5 and Boston 25 News
Dr. Pradeep Natarajan, a researcher from Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School, received the 2023 Joseph A. Vita Award from the American Heart Association at Scientific Sessions 2023 in Philadelphia. The award acknowledges scientists whose groundbreaking research has significantly impacted cardiovascular biology or health in the past five years. Dr. Natarajan’s expertise lies in
The Boston Globe reported on two American Heart Association studies this week highlighting potential adverse health effects of daily marijuana use, including an increased risk of heart failure, stroke, or heart attack. The findings, though not definitive, have sparked interest among health professionals and academics in Rhode Island, reports the Globe, as the state approaches
The American Heart Association recognized Dr. Marc A. Pfeffer with the prestigious Eugene Braunwald Academic Mentorship Award during its Scientific Sessions 2023 in Philadelphia on Sunday. This annual award celebrates individuals with a sustained record of successful mentorship in academia. Dr. Pfeffer, a professor at Harvard Medical School and cardiologist at Brigham and Women’s Hospital,
Strokes can happen to anyone, at any age. In fact, globally about one in four adults over the age of 25 will have a stroke in their lifetime. Yet, most adults in the U.S. don’t know the F.A.S.T. warning signs of a stroke, and that stroke is largely preventable, treatable and beatable. Prevent stroke today
WCVB Channel 5 is airing a PSA promoting the Boston Heart Walk leading up to the event later this month. The spot features anchor Jessica Brown, who will emcee this year’s walk. Brown co-anchors NewsCenter 5 at Noon and NewsCenter 5 at 4PM. She also serves as NewsCenter 5’s medical reporter. This year’s Heart Walk
Where someone lives should not dictate how long they live. Five local leaders are joining the American Heart Association’s Leaders of Impact campaign to combat health inequities in central Massachusetts. Studies show a 10-year life expectancy gap between neighborhoods in Worcester that are just a few miles apart. This can be caused by social determinants
The simple act of monitoring your blood pressure is a crucial lifeline in the battle against silent killers. Experts are sounding the alarm on the often-overlooked significance of tracking this vital statistic. From preventing heart attacks to safeguarding against strokes, the key to a healthier, longer life may very well lie in the numbers on
New research shows adults at risk for heart disease who participated in produce prescription programs for an average of six months increased their consumption of fruits and vegetables and had reduced blood pressure, body mass index and blood sugar levels. This research was published in Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes, a peer-reviewed American Heart Association